(Left) Front Cover: The old Highway 185 bridge
in Washington County spans the Bourbeuse River
near Noser Mill.
Photo by Nick Decker.
Vision
The Department of Natural Resources envisions a Missouri where people
live and work in harmony with our natural and cultural resources, make
decisions that result in a quality environment, and prosper today and
in the future.
Mission
The mission of the Department of Natural Resources is to preserve, protect
and enhance Missouri’s natural, cultural and energy resources and
to inspire their enjoyment and responsible use for present and future
generations.
Values
We take seriously our responsibility of stewardship to protect and enhance
the environment in which we work and live, and will consider all aspects
of the environment when making decisions. To do this we value:
- Integrity above all
- Openness to all individuals and points of view
- Diversity in people and approach
- Excellence in all we do
- Service
Table of Contents
Strategic Issue 1
Missouri’s Water Resources
Goal: Protect and enhance the quality and quantity of Missouri's water
resources
Outcome A Improved protection
of Missouri’s water resources (Show-Me Result)
Outcome B Sufficient quantity
and quality of groundwater resources
Outcome C Improved drinking-water
quality in Missouri (Show-Me Result) by public water supplies that meet
all heath-related
government standards
Strategic Issue 2
Missouri’s Air Resources
Goal: Protect and enhance the quality of Missouri’s air resources
Outcome A Improved air quality
in Missouri (Show-Me Result)
Outcome B Protection of the
pristine air quality areas of the state
Outcome C Reduction in Missouri’s
contribution to global climate change
Strategic Issue 3
Missouri’s Land Resources
Goal: Protect and enhance Missouri’s land resources
Outcome A Improved protection
of Missouri’s land resources (Show-Me Result) available for productive
use while providing for human health, safety and protection of the environment
Outcome B Improved protection
of Missouri’s land resources (Show-Me Result) through environmentally
responsible
management of solid and hazardous waste
Strategic Issue 4
Preservation and enjoyment of Missouri’s significant natural and
cultural resources
Goal I: To protect and preserve the integrity of Missouri’s
significant natural features and cultural resource heritage
Outcome A Protection and enhancement
of Missouri’s significant natural features
Outcome B Preservation of Missouri’s
cultural resources heritage
Goal II: To provide opportunities for all citizens to enjoy Missouri’s
natural and cultural resources and the benefits
they provide toward health and quality of life
Outcome A Increased availability
of Missouri’s state park system and outdoor recreation opportunities
throughout the state
Outcome B Enjoyment of Missouri’s
state park system
Strategic Issue 5
Energy use in Missouri
Goal: Promote energy efficiency and diverse energy supplies to protect
the environment
Outcome A Decreased energy
operating costs for Missouri’s firms, farms, families and communities
Outcome B Decreased ratio of
state government operating expenditures to Missouri personal income
(Show-Me Result)
Outcome C Increased energy resource
options for Missouri
Strategic Issue 6
Effective DNR operations
Goal I: Assure that DNR's workforce and procurement choices mirror
the diversity of Missouri
Outcome A Increased representation
of minorities and women in upper-level salary ranges in state government
(Show-Me Result)
Outcome B Increased representation
of minorities and women in state purchasing (Show-Me Result)
Goal II: Enhance DNR's ability to operate effectively and efficiently
to address resource needs
Outcome Public Service
(Right) Back Cover: Snow dusts
the treetops and banks along Cedar Creek as the stream winds its
way through Mark Twain National Forest in central Missouri. The
creek begins north of Interstate 70 and runs along the border between
Boone and Callaway counties before emptying into the Missouri River.
Photo by Nick Decker.
